The Newport Jazz Festival date features Ella Fitzgeralds sizzling vocal talents showcased in a small band setting that boasts the participation of pianist Don Abney, bassist Wendell Marshall and drummer Jo Jones. Nearly a year after the Newport Jazz Festival date Ella performed one of her most celebrated concerts in Rome on April 25, 1958. The vocalist is backed here by her regular piano trio of the period, which includes pianist Lou Levy, bassist Max Bennett and drummer Gus Johnson. Gambi. 2005.

Arguably the best female jazz singer ever, no one could out-swing or out-scat "The First Lady of Song." This fine book features authentic transcriptions in the original keys of 25 Fitzgerald classics in voice with piano accompaniment format: A-tisket, A-tasket * But Not for Me * Easy to Love * Embraceable You * The Lady Is a Tramp * Misty * Oh, Lady Be Good! * Satin Doll * Stompin' at the Savoy * Take the "A" Train * and more. Includes a biography and discography. A must for every jazz singer's library!Also available in this series: Patsy Cline / 00740072 Billie Holiday / 00740140